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Fast Black Base N

Fast Black Base N, derived from aromatic monoamines, serves as a diazo component for deep black shades in naphthol dyeing with excellent all-around fastness properties. Primarily used for denim and khaki fabrics. Classifies under HTS 2921.42.55.00 as an aniline derivative fast color base per Chapter 29 amine-function provisions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.5%+12.5%19%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99.39Higher: 37.5% vs 19%

If technical grade mixtures for industrial dye houses

Impure preparations or composites not meeting 'separate chemically defined' criteria move to Chapter 38.

3204.19.40.00Same rate: 19%

If vat or sulfur dye intermediates

Different dye chemistry classes containing similar amines classify under specific Chapter 32 vat dye provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide evidence of commercial identity as 'fast color base' through supplier catalogs and technical literature

โ€ข Salt forms classify with parent amine per Note 5(C)(1); confirm no coordination compounds triggering later headings

โ€ข Segregate from finished dye pastes to avoid Chapter 32 classification during customs examination